Mercedes R171 Windscreen A Pillar Trim Left N/S Fire Opal Red - 590 A1716900139

The Mercedes R171 Front Windshield A-Pillar Left in Feueropal Fire Opal Red is an original trim piece for the A-pillar area, designed for installation on the driver's side. This component belongs to the Window Seals and Trim group and allows for an aesthetic and functional restoration of the factory body finish in a distinctive red paint shade. Thanks to its adherence to factory geometry, it provides a precise complement to the front windshield frame.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1716900139-FUP
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1716900139
• Substitutable numbers: A1716900139, A 171 690 01 39
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Purpose and Function of the Component

The described A-pillar trim is designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle, along the edge of the front windshield. It is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the glass-to-body connection and for the stable guidance of adjacent seals and covers. A correctly chosen element of this type helps to reduce unwanted wind noise around the windshield and maintain the coherence of the body lines.

As part of the Window Seals and Trim group, this component works with neighboring seals and panels, creating a uniform, sealed, and visually cohesive area around the front windshield. Proper matching of shape and mounting points is crucial for maintaining correct windshield adhesion and protection against external factors.

Feueropal Fire Opal Red Color – Visual Matching

The trim is finished in the Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590 shade, characteristic of selected Mercedes paint configurations. This allows for color consistency with other body panels, without the need for additional painting when matching a vehicle with the same color code.

Choosing a component in the correct color is important not only for aesthetics but also for servicing – it reduces the time required for surface preparation and finishing, and minimizes the risk of shade differences between adjacent panels.

Mounting Characteristics and Application

The left front windshield A-pillar in this version is designed for installation in the factory mounting points of the Mercedes R171 body. The component's construction is adapted to the body's geometry, which facilitates correct positioning relative to the windshield and roof, and ensures proper guidance of the seal edges.

When replacing trim in the A-pillar area, it is worth paying attention to:

• the condition of adjacent windshield and roof seals,
• the correct positioning of the edges relative to the windshield,
• uniform fit with adjacent body panels.

This approach allows for the restoration of the factory appearance and functionality of the front windshield area, without unwanted stress or leaks.

Used Condition – Practical Benefits

The offered component is in used condition, which represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the original manufacturer's specification. For bodywork Window Seals and Trim, using original, used components often allows for better fitment than aftermarket replacements with universal geometry.

For users considering broader use of parts from the secondary market, including mechanical components, an expert guide describing facts and myths about used parts may be useful – you can find it in the article Why Buying Used Gearboxes and Engines is Worth It – Facts Instead of Myths.

Complementary Mercedes Window Seals and Trim

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the area around the front windshield and pillars in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as additional trim pieces, side pillar covers, or adjacent window seals, check the available parts in the Mercedes Window Seals and Trim category.

Summary

The Mercedes R171 Front Windshield A-Pillar Left in Feueropal Fire Opal Red is an original body component from the seals and trim group, designed for precise installation on the driver's side. It ensures consistent visual finishing, proper seal guidance, and compatibility with the factory body geometry, making it a functional solution for repairs and restorations of the front windshield area.